Fresh discussions have erupted in Kenya’s political circles after Dennis Itumbi, a well-known digital strategist, made bold claims about a past plot to assassinate President William Ruto before the 2022 elections.
His statements have stirred public debate and reopened old suspicions about what really happened during that tense political season. Itumbi shared his claims online, insisting that the alleged plan was not fiction but a well-planned attempt on Ruto’s life that was stopped just in time.
He says he still has video evidence that could confirm his account but cannot release it due to existing court orders. This has left many Kenyans speculating about what could be in those videos and why they remain hidden.
Itumbi, who once served closely within Ruto’s communication team, has often been known for controversial revelations. In his latest statement, he suggested that the people behind the plot were not minor figures but individuals with significant political and security connections. His decision to revisit the matter has attracted both support and criticism, with some calling for the truth to be made public while others accuse him of reviving old political battles for attention.
Itumbi, however, maintains that his life changed drastically because of his role in exposing the matter. He reminded Kenyans of the incident where he was abducted and tortured before the 2022 polls, claiming it was linked to the same conspiracy.
He described that period as one of fear and uncertainty, saying that those who spoke out against powerful interests faced real danger. His recent statement has led to heated exchanges online, with supporters of the government viewing it as confirmation of Ruto’s long-standing claims that certain state officials had plotted against him before he became president.
On the other hand, critics believe Itumbi’s timing is strategic, coming at a time when political realignments are taking shape ahead of future elections.
Political observers say the claims could reignite divisions within Kenya Kwanza and even among opposition figures who were part of the heated 2022 campaign. Many fear that such allegations could destabilize efforts to maintain political calm as the nation gears up for another electoral cycle.
The mention of “powerful individuals still in office” has particularly drawn concern, as it implies that those who were allegedly involved continue to operate within government circles.
Despite the controversy, Itumbi insists he will respect the court orders preventing him from releasing the videos but is confident that one day the truth will come out. He ended his statement by saying that history will vindicate him and that Kenyans deserve to know what really happened.
